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hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Sun May 04, 2008 7:10 pm
by ryanhettenbach
I'm looking for a class III or IV Hidden Hitch for my '02 AWD, standard length van. I can't seem to find the correct part number for my van, only the extended wheelbase van.
The only one that I've found is this...
http://www.hiddenhitch.com/fitguides/hi ... rtno=87516
Can anybody help or suggest a suitable replacement for the Hidden Hitch?
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Sun May 04, 2008 7:46 pm
by tbhager94
thats the one ,they stopped the shortys around 94 all are extended after 95 i think.
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Sun May 04, 2008 7:55 pm
by ryanhettenbach
really? that's the first i've heard of that.
i thought the LT were the extended versions?
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Sun May 04, 2008 8:00 pm
by tbhager94
nope lt is just trim group.
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Mon May 05, 2008 3:53 am
by LiftedAWDAstro
All 1995 to 2005 Astro and Safaris are extended length. The wheelbases are all the same at 111.3". The extra 10" was added to the rear.
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Mon May 05, 2008 5:25 am
by ryanhettenbach
wow.
you learn something new everyday...
Thanks!
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Mon May 05, 2008 8:13 am
by LaGrasta
Check out the set-up I have on my '98.
http://www.hitches-forless.com/dual_por ... t_main.htm
It provides the class V strength hitch along with the DPS system for serious attachments. I got it to carry my motorcycle.
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Mon May 05, 2008 10:54 am
by ryanhettenbach
whoa. that's pretty cool.
I may just have to pick one of those up.
Re: hidden hitch for '02 standard length Astro.
Posted: Tue May 06, 2008 8:41 am
by LaGrasta
Combined with my rear AirLift set-up, I can carry a bunch of weight off the hitch and completely avoid any sagging. I think the most I've had back there was about 600 pounds of Harley!
I've towed a two axle car trailer loaded with a car and had no problems either. To be able to adjust the rear height with the bags is really beneficial.